1 Peter 3:13-16
Amplified Bible, Classic Edition
13 Now who is there to hurt you if you are [a]zealous followers of that which is good?
14 But even in case you should suffer for the sake of righteousness, [you are] blessed (happy, to be envied). Do not dread or be afraid of their threats, nor be disturbed [by their opposition].
15 But in your hearts set Christ apart as holy [and acknowledge Him] as Lord. Always be ready to give a logical defense to anyone who asks you to account for the hope that is in you, but do it courteously and respectfully.(A)
16 [And see to it that] your conscience is entirely clear ([b]unimpaired), so that, when you are falsely accused as evildoers, those who threaten you abusively and revile your right behavior in Christ may come to be ashamed [of slandering your good lives].
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- 1 Peter 3:13 Best manuscripts read “zealous.”
- 1 Peter 3:16 Marvin Vincent, Word Studies.
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